How many years do you have to live in Colombia to obtain nationality?

Obtaining Colombian nationality is currently processed through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, offering foreigners the opportunity to naturalize . In this regard, the applicant must meet certain requirements. After how many years of residence in the country can this process begin?

According to information published by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on its official website, for a person not born in the country to obtain this status, they must "remain in Colombia for five (5) continuous years, counted from the date of issuance of the Resident Visa as the holder or beneficiary," the government agency stated. It is important to note that this time can be reduced if the person is married to a Colombian, has children, or even holds Spanish nationality.

(See more: Take note: 9 jobs that pay in dollars and can be done from home) “Remember that to prove any of the situations described, you must provide a birth certificate , public deed, marriage certificate, or birth certificate,” they added.

What are the requirements to obtain Colombian nationality?

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs' official website addressed this aspect and emphasized: 1. Comply with the required residency period. 2. Complete a letter requesting citizenship addressed to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. (See more: It's beautiful: the small Colombian town nominated for Best Tourism Village 2025.) 3. Include a photocopy of your foreigner's identification card, a copy of your current passport's biographical information, and a birth certificate. 4. You must also provide information about your current employment status in the country.

5- Photo for the document with a white background. 6- If the foreigner belongs to an indigenous community, they must present documentation supporting this.

(See more: The 9 official and basic requirements for successfully obtaining Spanish nationality) 7. If the applicant has a disability, they must also provide a certificate certifying their disability. 8. If they graduated from an academic program, they must attach it. "An applicant who does not meet any of the requirements indicated in this article must submit a duly substantiated letter addressed to the Minister of Foreign Affairs , stating the reasons why they were unable to meet said requirement," they stated.